Congratulations to #SerendipityLit author Derrick Barnes and illustrator Shamar Knight-Justice on their recent book deal with Nancy Paulsen Books (@nancyrosep.bsky.social / @penguinkids.bsky.social)!
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🌟📘I adore FOREVER AND ALWAYS—what an incredible book crafted with much-needed care, heart, and thoughtful action. Highly recommended! 📚👍🏼
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This Thursday at 8PM eastern, on Gab ‘n’ Doodle, I’ll be joined by the inspiring and all around amazing illustrator Shamar Knight-Justice on insta.
Shamar, not only brings the skills , but also the unique perspective of being a principal.
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SAVE THE DATES!!!
What better way to cozy up on a chilly November day than with the warm convos and blazing hot art of the amazing guests on Gab ‘n’ Doodle. Join us on insta.
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#PBStudyBuddy feature picture book DANTÉ PLAYS HIS BLUES: Pic of Asian American author Sylvia Chen in giant glasses holding book. Emoji Arc shows emojis plotted on graph with Y-axis for Tension/Intensity & X-axis for Pages; may vary by reader. Standout Phrase: "Turn yo' blues into yo' muse" Standout Page Turn Text: "I take center stage and blow. BuHOt BuHODr rrooow The blues hit me again." Standout Art Detail: Terrific, engaging collage details Starry Book Marks: Actions which show vs. tell emotions, Dynamic, relatable dialogue, Emotive onomatopoeia and solid callbacks.
Top-of-Mind Book Hooks: Supportive family during hard times, The therapeutic power of music, Finding your way through tough situations, What makes a home, Practice and persistence. Fast Facts: Pub Year 2024, Created by Allen R. Wells and Shamar Knight-Justice, Imprint/Publisher: HarperCollins. For more, visit pbstudybuddy.com. Thank you!
🎷💙💫 The emotional journey in DANTÉ PLAYS HIS BLUES is soul-touching to your core—I love the masterful writing and lively illustrations in this oh-so-excellent picture book! 🤩📚👍🏼
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